
Apartments for Rent in the Oak Square Neighborhood of Brighton, MA (3,125 Rentals)


The Charley

The Bond

The Indie

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1550 on the Charles

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Hew at 1515

Atrium On Commonwealth

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Babcock Tower

1035-1037 Commonwealth Ave

1047 Commonwealth Avenue
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Residences at Brighton Marine

Gardner St, 75-90

365 Western Ave

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Lantera at Boston Landing

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18 Saint Lukes Rd

35 Orkney Rd

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539 Washington St, Unit 2

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1066 Commonwealth Ave

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25 Undine Rd, Unit 25 Undine Road
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541 Washington St, Unit Top Floor Two-Bedroom

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35 Parsons St, Unit B

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1516 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2

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39 Strathmore Rd, Unit 2

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8 Oakland St, Unit B1

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39 North Crescent Circuit, Unit 1

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56 Trapelo St, Unit 2

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57 Breck Ave, Unit #2

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82 Academy Hill Rd

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147 Murdock St, Unit 1
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58 Nottinghill Rd, Unit a

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23 Ransom Rd

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1526 Commonwealth Ave

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311 Allston St, Unit 10

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94 Corey Rd, Unit a

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213 Kelton St

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254 Corey Rd

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6 Fern St, Unit 6A

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14 Fern St, Unit 14A

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65 Chester St, Unit One bed in amazing, central location
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16 Hobson St, Unit 1

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140 Brooks St, Unit 1

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295 Market St, Unit 1

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67-69 Nonantum St, Unit 69 Nonantum

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71 Colborne Rd, Unit 1B

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56 Leo M Birmingham Pky, Unit 4A

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5 Cambridge Ter, Unit 2

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97 Kilsyth Rd, Unit 1

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1343 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

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239 Kelton St, Unit 12AD
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Oak Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Square Studio Apartments | $2,510 | $1,400 | $9,927 |
| Oak Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,896 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,572 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,933 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,573 | $1,350 | $9,995 |
| Oak Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,756 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,929 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Square, Brighton, MA
Ranked #104
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northwest Boston. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with children, location matters. This residential neighborhood is a leading area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, trails and recreation, and having the best learning and education resources available.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and outdoor amenities is something that is important for them. This submarket is a highly-rated section of town for its the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Oak Square has now become known as one of the best upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, proximity to great shopping areas, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area of town has emerged as one of our preferred communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Square
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Oak Square area of Brighton, MA?
As of today, August 14, 2026, there are currently 3,125 available Oak Square apartments priced from $900 to $26,316, with an average monthly rent of $3,526.
How much are Studio apartments in Oak Square?
There are currently 394 Studio Apartments in Oak Square with rent ranges from $1,400 to $9,927 with an average price of $2,510.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Oak Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Oak Square ranges from $900 to $10,302 with an average monthly rent of $2,896.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Oak Square range from $1,475 to $26,316. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,572.
How expensive are Oak Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 590 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Oak Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $12,500 - averaging $3,933 for the location.
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